New ZealandAsbestos play sand: Call for lifelong health checks for exposed children, cancer concerns Experts warn exposed children face lifelong, dose-related cancer risks.10 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball numbers are in – are you $16m richer?One player has won a big prize in this evening's draw.10 Dec 07:23 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The most complained-about New Zealand TV ads for 2025KFC’s 'Colonel Hacker' ad drew 65 complaints before it was pulled.10 Dec 07:10 AM
New Zealand'It was like I was a baby again': Crash survivor's plea to young drivers this summerBridie Young spent nearly two months in a coma and six months in intensive rehab.10 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: If the Govt will not sell ‘assets’, who pays for safer roads and bridges?OPINION: The Government now faces a structural deficit as climate costs loom.10 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandPatient with schizophrenia who killed fellow mental health resident given compulsory treatment orderA psychiatrist's report said Logan Maru-Mohi posed a danger to others. 10 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandToy brick battle: Zuru overturns Lego trademark ruling in court victoryZuru's Max Build More bricks were sold as 'Lego brick compatible'.10 Dec 05:13 AM
New ZealandCop named after being convicted of pepper spray assault on speeding motoristThe constable had applied for a discharge without conviction, but a judge declined it.10 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandPharmacists flag risky prescription errors tied to IT issuesAn audit found more than one in four errors could have caused harm without checks.10 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandPensioner faces $20k vet bill after new puppy breaks both front legsThe Italian greyhound breed is known for having fragile legs from age 0-18 months.10 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday December 10, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Reserve Bank Governor asked to cut spending; 36-year-old man charged with murder and assault | Wednesday December 10, 2025Watch10 Dec 04:24 AM
New ZealandHow Gisborne’s transfer station became a magnet for illegal dumpingRubbish left outside the transfer station has cost ratepayers $570,000.10 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'We thought he was safe': Family demand answers after Mt Eden prisoner dies following attack by another inmateThe 69-year-old died 10 days after an alleged assault at the prison. 10 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandLeaving for Oz: Why so many Kiwis are giving up on the local job marketStats NZ recorded just over 124,000 migrant departures in the year to October.10 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandLeaving for Oz: Why so many Kiwis are giving up on the local job marketNZ Herald Business Editor-at-Large Liam Dann talks about the ongoing migration of kiwis to Australia and what it means for those left behind.Watch10 Dec 03:55 AM
New ZealandDoC warns rat numbers could double by 2090 without extra $150m fundingDoC says it needs more money just to stop biodiversity going backwards.10 Dec 03:14 AM
New ZealandMore lambs on the ground as national flock lifts after tough seasonsStronger ewe performance lifted the national lambing rate to 131.1%.10 Dec 03:12 AM
Politics'How out of touch can you be': Political leaders react as bank hikes mortgage ratesWestpac is the first of the banks to move. 10 Dec 02:56 AM
PoliticsShould NZ have a social media regulator and ban alcohol ads for teens? MPs ponder options as Australia starts U16 banThe parliamentary select committee's interim report was released today.10 Dec 02:50 AM
New Zealand‘Sleazy’: Exec who paid for underage sex faced separate workplace probe before sacking Former colleague calls for independent investigation into workplace conduct.10 Dec 02:45 AM
New ZealandMt Victoria tunnel in central Wellington reopens after crashOne person received minor injuries, a police spokesperson said. 10 Dec 02:25 AM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.10 Dec 02:05 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What does the first 'a' in the acronym Nasa stand for?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.10 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuFrom field to lecture hall: Rugby star on return to medicine after World Cup successShe will return to Otago University in 2025 while staying contracted to NZ Rugby.10 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi teen sets new kite surfing big air recordHugo Wigglesworth is the first person to jump 40m on a kite. Video / Hugo WigglesworthWatch10 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘Gentle giant’: Friends remember Auckland bus stabbing victim as alleged killer appears in courtA 36-year-old suspect was arrested in the Auckland CBD after a police tip-off.10 Dec 01:50 AM
New Zealand'No plans to ship to the US': Tariffs bite into apple grower's profits“Until the tariffs are gone, it will be difficult to make a dollar.”10 Dec 01:37 AM
New ZealandQuote of the year: Luxon’s ‘go make a marmite sandwich’ in running for annual contestPublic voting is open until 12am on Monday, December 15, 2025.10 Dec 01:36 AM
PoliticsWatch: PM, Finance Minister respond to Westpac's interest rate hikeWestpac lifted some fixed rates on Tuesday. Video / Mark MitchellWatch10 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandDrugged driver ignored pleas to stop as he drove car across train tracks, killing three friendsNorton Sowerby tried to deny he was the driver when speaking to police after the crash.10 Dec 01:27 AM
New ZealandRotorua Night Market to return to city centre, ending 'foolish' trialThe council has cut short a trial move to Kuirau Park after just two months.10 Dec 01:05 AM
New ZealandThe RMA with Christopher Luxon on The CountryChristopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, Professor Will Happer and Campbell Parker. 10 Dec 01:04 AM
New ZealandFireworks spark kiwifruit orchard fire as summer risk climbsFirefighters reached the third alarm blaze and left the scene by 12.45am.10 Dec 01:00 AM
Politics Support for Labour and National drops in latest poll, indicating potential for hung Parliament A new poll shows an election on a knife-edge. 10 Dec 12:51 AM
